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† IN OUR PRAYERS  Ruth B., recovering from a procedure after severe stomach pain; Megan M., at Freeman Hospital, experiencing some complications with her pregnancy; Jody G., placed on hospice; Jack H., undergoing rehab at St Luke’s Nursing Center; Stella Q., struggling with her loss of memory; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† JR CONFIRMATION  This morning one of our young members, Korbin Mitchell F., will publicly confess his faith through the Rite of Confirmation during the early service.  Korbin is the son of Bradley and Donya M. and Nathan F. Korbin’s confirmation verse is “Have I not commanded you?  Be strong and courageous.  Do not be frightened,  and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9

† TUESDAY BIBLE CLASS will start meeting again this Tuesday morning, May 30, at 9:30 am.

† MEALS FOR PASTOR’S FAMILY  While Megan is staying in the hospital, meals for Pastor and his family are being organized by Brenda K. and Rosann C. Thanks to all of you who have already volunteered.  If you would like to help with this in any way, please contact them to get involved.

† OVER 70’s DINNER  The Groovy Over 70’s Dinner is happening this week on Wednesday, May 31!  If you forgot to RSVP, we still have food and room for you!  Give Libby S. so the youth can prepare accordingly.

† SINGLE SENIOR LADIES  A group of single, senior ladies has formed at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.  Come join them for some fellowship, fun and snacks today from 1:00 – 5:00 pm in the church fellowship hall.   Bring a snack to share with about 15 people.  For questions or more information, please contact Ann L.

† WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT  Bernice R. and Bill W. will be married today at 3:00 pm in the Fir Road Christian Church, 6025 County Road 303, Carl Junction, MO.  A reception will follow.  Welcome extended to all.  Good wishes only.

† SUMMER WORSHIP  Starting next Sunday, June 4, for the summer months, we will have one worship service on Sunday and it will begin at 9:00 am.  Sunday School and Bible class will be at 10:30 am.

† MEAL DELIVERY  Good Shepherd’s week to deliver meals for the      Over-60 Center is the week of June 12-16.  If you can help with this   worthwhile project, please contact Betty E.

† VBS HELPERS  Are you interested in helping with this year’s Vacation Bible School?  The theme this year is “A Mighty Fortress – In Jesus, the Victory is won!”  The dates will be July 23 – July 27.  We are in need of group leaders, group helpers, station assistants, etc.  If you would like to help out this year, please let Nicole B. or Cindy E. know or you can contact the church office, 358-1325.  Please consider helping out with this worthwhile event that helps our children learn about Jesus’ love for us.

† TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY  A new Tuesday morning men’s Bible study has started.  The group is studying  “God’s Word for Today: 2 Peter & Jude”.  They meet on Tuesdays at 6:30 am in Joplin.  If you have any questions you can contact Greg G., or the church office, (417)358-1325.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERINGS  The Sunday School & Adult Bible Class offerings for the Spring quarter are going to LCMS World Relief & Human Care to help with the relief efforts after the recent tornados in New Orleans.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract  others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in    the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need      directions.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after the service.  You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

ASSISTIVE LISTENING  If you are having difficulty hearing the service, assistive listening devices are available from the ushers.  They work like a transistor radio and you can control the volume

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Ruth B., recovering from a procedure after severe stomach pain; Megan M., at Freeman Hospital, experiencing some complications with her pregnancy; Jody G., placed on hospice; Jack H., undergoing rehab at St Luke’s Nursing Center; Stella Q., struggling with her loss of memory; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., under-going treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† MEALS FOR PASTOR’S FAMILY  While Megan is staying in the hospital, meals for Pastor and his family are being organized by Brenda K. and Rosann C.  Thanks to all of you who have already volunteered.  If you would like to help with this in any way, please contact them to get involved.

† JR CONFIRMATION CLASS  There will not be Jr Confirmation Class today.

† TUESDAY BIBLE CLASS will take a break for awhile while Pastor’s wife, Megan, is in the hospital.

† OVER 70’s DINNER  The Groovy Over 70’s Dinner is set for Wednesday, May 31, at 5:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall!  Break out your best disco moves and join the youth group for a trip back in time to the 1970’s for dinner, dessert and entertainment.  Be on the lookout for an invitation in the mail & RSVP to Libby S. by Sunday, May 21 (Contact church office for contact information)

† LWML SPRING RALLY  The LWML Rally of the Southwest Zone, which was postponed due to flooding in Neosho, will be held today at 3:00 pm at First Lutheran in Neosho.  All other plans for the Rally are the same with the ingathering going to Teen Challenge.

† SINGLE SENIOR LADIES  A group of single, senior ladies has formed at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.  They are meeting the last Sunday of each month.  Come join them for some fellowship, fun and snacks next Sunday, May 28, from 1:00 – 5:00 pm in the church fellowship hall.   Bring a snack to share with about 15 people.  For questions or more information, please contact Ann L.

† WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT  Bernice R. and Bill W. will be married May 28 at 3:00 pm in the Fir Road Christian Church, 6025 County Road 303, Carl Junction, MO.  A reception will follow.  Welcome extended to all.  Good wishes only.

† SUMMER WORSHIP  Starting June 4, for the summer months, we will have one worship service on Sunday and it will begin at 9:00 am.  Sunday School and Bible class will be at 10:30 am.

† VBS HELPERS  Are you interested in helping with this year’s Vacation Bible School?  The theme this year is “A Mighty Fortress – In Jesus, the Victory is won!”  The dates will be July 23 – July 27.  We are in need of group leaders, group helpers, station assistants, etc.  If you would like to help out this year, please let Nicole B. or Cindy E. know or you can contact the church office, 358-1325.  Please consider helping out with this worthwhile event that helps our children learn about Jesus’ love for us.

† TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY  A new Tuesday morning men’s Bible study has started.  The group will be studying  “God’s Word for Today: 2 Peter & Jude”.  They will meet on Tuesdays at 6:30 am in Joplin.  If you have any questions you can contact Greg G., or the church office, (417)358-1325.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERINGS  The Sunday School & Adult Bible Class offerings for the Spring quarter are going to LCMS World Relief & Human Care to help with the relief efforts after the recent tornados in New Orleans.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract  others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need      directions.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after the service.  You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

† ASSISTIVE LISTENING  If you are having difficulty hearing the service, assistive listening devices are available from the ushers.  They work like a transistor radio and you can control the volume.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Ruth B., recovering from a procedure after severe stomach pain; Megan M., at Freeman Hospital, experiencing some complications with her pregnancy; Jan G., recovering from knee surgery; Jody G., placed on hospice; Jack H., undergoing rehab at St Luke’s Nursing Center; Stella Q., struggling with her loss of memory; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., under-going treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care  receivers.

† MEALS FOR PASTOR’S FAMILY  While Megan is staying in the hospital, meals for Pastor and his family are being organized by Brenda K. and Rosann C.  If you would like to help with this in any way, please contact them to get involved.

† TUESDAY BIBLE CLASS will take a break for awhile while Pastor’s wife, Megan, is in the hospital.

† OVER 70’s DINNER  The Groovy Over 70’s Dinner is set for Wednesday, May 31, at 5:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall!  Break out your best disco moves and join the youth group for a trip back in time to the 1970’s for dinner, dessert and entertainment.  Be on the lookout for an invitation in the mail & RSVP to Libby S. by Sunday, May 21 (Contact church office for contact information).

† LWML SPRING RALLY  The LWML Rally of the Southwest Zone, which was postponed due to flooding in Neosho, will be held Sunday, May 21, at 3:00 pm at First Lutheran in Neosho.  All other plans for the Rally are the same with the ingathering going to Teen Challenge.

† TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY  A new Tuesday morning men’s Bible study has started.  The group will be studying  “God’s Word for Today: 2 Peter & Jude”.  They will meet on Tuesdays at 6:30 am, at Panera in Joplin.  If you have any questions you can contact Greg G., or the church office, (417)358-1325.

† SINGLE SENIOR LADIES  A group of single, senior ladies has formed at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.  They are meeting the last Sunday of each month.  Come join them for some fellowship, fun and snacks on Sunday, May 28, from 1:00 – 5:00 pm in the church fellowship hall.   Bring a snack to share with about 15 people.  For questions or more   information, please contact Ann L.

† VBS HELPERS  Are you interested in helping with this year’s Vacation Bible School?  The theme this year is “A Mighty Fortress – In Jesus, the Victory is won!”  The dates will be July 23 – July 27.  We are in need of group leaders, group helpers, station assistants, etc.  If you would like to help out this year, please let Nicole B. or Cindy E. know or you can contact the church office, 358-1325.  Please consider helping out with this worthwhile event that helps our children learn about Jesus’ love for us.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERINGS  The Sunday School & Adult Bible Class offerings for the Spring quarter are going to LCMS World Relief & Human Care to help with the relief efforts after the recent tornados in New Orleans.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after the service.  You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

† ASSISTIVE LISTENING  If you are having difficulty hearing the service, assistive listening devices are available from the ushers.  They work like a transistor radio and you can control the volume.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Megan M., experiencing some complications with her pregnancy; Jan G., recovering from knee surgery; Jody G., placed on hospice; Andrew S., continuing to struggle with weakness from his previous illness; Jack H., undergoing rehab at St Luke’s Nursing Center; Stella Q., struggling with her loss of memory; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† JR CONFIRMATION CLASS will not meet today.

† SCRIPTURE STUDY  The Wednesday morning Scripture Study Group  will meet this Wednesday, May 10.

† TUESDAY BIBLE CLASS will not meet this Tuesday morning.  The class will resume on Tuesday, May 16.

† OVER 70’s DINNER  The Groovy Over 70’s Dinner is set for Wednesday, May 31, at 5:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall!  Break out your best disco moves and join the youth group for a trip back in time to the 1970’s for dinner, dessert and entertainment.  Be on the lookout for an invitation in the mail & RSVP to Libby S. by Sunday, May 21. (Contact the church office for contact information)

† LWML SPRING RALLY  The LWML Rally of the Southwest Zone, which was postponed due to flooding in Neosho, will be held Sunday, May 21, at 3:00 pm at First Lutheran in Neosho.  All other plans for the Rally are the same with the ingathering going to Teen Challenge.

† TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY  A new Tuesday morning men’s Bible study is beginning in May.  The group will be studying  “God’s Word for Today: 2 Peter & Jude”.  They will meet for the first time on Tuesday, May 9, at 6:30 am, at Panera in Joplin.  If you have any questions you can contact Greg G. or the church office, (417)358-1325.

† DEAR CHURCH FAMILY  A heart-felt thank you for all the thoughts and prayers of each of you for my recovery following knee surgery. My healing is progressing well.  I am so grateful for your support. ~ Jan G.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract  others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† VBS HELPERS  Are you interested in helping with this year’s vacation bible school?  The theme this year is “A Mighty Fortress – In Jesus, the Victory is won!”  The dates will be July 23 – July 27.  We are in need of group leaders, group helpers, station assistants, etc.  If you would like to help out this year, please let Nicole B. or Cindy E. know or you can contact the church office, 358-1325.  Please consider helping out with this worthwhile event that helps our children learn about Jesus’ love for us.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERINGS  The Sunday School & Adult Bible Class offerings for the Spring quarter are going to LCMS World Relief & Human Care to help with the relief efforts after the recent tornados in New Orleans.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after the service.  You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

† ASSISTIVE LISTENING  If you are having a hard time hearing the service, assistive listening devices are available from the ushers.  They work like a transistor radio and you can control the volume.